What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Pu'er?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Pu'er is to drive which costs ¥410 - ¥600 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Pu'er?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Pu'er is to drive which takes 6h 47m and costs ¥410 - ¥600.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Pu'er?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Pu'er is 385 km. The road distance is 461.2 km.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Pu'er?

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Chiang Rai to Pu'er, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Pu'er?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Pu'er is 461 km. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from Chiang Rai to Pu'er.

Where can I stay near Pu'er?

There are three+ hotels available in Pu'er.

Chiang Rai to Pu'er - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and Local Bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Pu'er by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Jinghong, taxi
best
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Jinghong (JHG)CEI - JHG
2. Take the taxi from Jinghong (JHG) to Pu'er
7h 34m
¥1,313–3,179
Drive 461.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Pu'er461.2 km
6h 47m
¥411–593
Local Bus, bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang khong
2. Take the bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Oudomxay
3. Take the train from Oudomxay station to Xishuangbanna Station
4. Take the taxi from Xishuangbanna Station to Pu'er
14h 51m
¥457–764
Bus to Chiang Mai International Airport, fly to Simao
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Simao (SYM)CNX - SYM
11h 43m
¥2,177–9,164
Bus to Chiang Mai International Airport, fly to Jinghong, taxi
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Jinghong (JHG)CNX - JHG
3. Take the taxi from Jinghong (JHG) to Pu'er
9h 23m
¥1,279–2,669

Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Jinghong (JHG) flights

8Weekly Planes

6h 40mAverage Duration

¥933Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Pu'er.

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Distance: 385 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Pu'er, China?

There is no direct connection from Chiang Rai to Pu'er. However, you can take the taxi to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) airport, fly to Jinghong (JHG), then take the taxi to Pu'er. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Chiang khong, drive to Huay Xai - Bokeo Station, take the bus to Oudomxay, walk to Oudomxay station, take the train to Xishuangbanna Station, then take the taxi to Pu'er.

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